Sunday, 11th August 2013 in Paris
Welcome to your daily snapshot of Paris! Explore 52 historical events, birthdays, deaths, and milestones that shaped this day in Paris. From remarkable moments in local and world history to the people who left their mark — find out what makes today special. Today's weather in Paris brings cloudy with temperatures between 12°C and 22°C. Tonight's moon is in its waning gibbous phase, and the zodiac sign of the day is Leo. If you're curious about the history of a day — this page brings together everything worth knowing about this Sunday, 11th August in Paris, FR.
On 11 August 2013, Paris experienced cloudy conditions as the city sat under a waning gibbous moon. Those born on this date fell under the Leo zodiac sign, known for its association with confidence and creativity. Paris, France's capital and largest city, remains one of Europe's most influential cultural and economic centres, attracting millions of visitors annually for its historical architecture, museums and riverside landscapes.
Looking back through history, this date has witnessed significant events that shaped global development. In 1492, the first conclave held in the Sistine Chapel elected Roderic Borja as Pope Alexander VI, a decision that would influence European religious and political dynamics for decades. Nearly five centuries later, in 1973, Jamaican musician DJ Kool Herc performed at a New York City party where he began rapping during extended breaks, inadvertently laying the foundation for hip hop music, a genre that would transform popular culture worldwide.
The historical record extends further back as well, with moments ranging from military campaigns to natural disasters. Across these centuries, the date has marked both momentous achievements and tragic losses, illustrating how any given day in history can encompass profound human experiences.
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What the Weather Had in Store for Paris on 11th August 2013
Flour becomes bread only through pressure and heat.
Fortune of the Day
11th August in the Stars – Star Sign Pisces
Personality Profile
Personality People born on 11 August radiate natural authority and charisma, driven by the Sun and Jupiter's expansive energy. They're generous, dramatic, and passionate about their visions. Their optimism and self-assurance make them magnetic in social settings.
Strengths & Weaknesses These Leos blend creative fire with wise perspective—they inspire and lead authentically. Their generosity is admirable, yet impatience and theatrical flair can occasionally overwhelm. Overconfidence may lead to self-overestimation.
Love People born on this day love passionately and seek deep, admiring partnerships. They give attention and affection generously but need equal recognition in return. Their warmth creates profound emotional bonds with partners.
Caree & Finance Professionally, these individuals gravitate toward leadership and creative expression—management, creative industries, or entrepreneurship suit them well. Their natural generosity and expansiveness can create financial carelessness. Structure helps them build lasting wealth.
Health These Leos possess abundant physical energy and thrive with attention-seeking activities—sports, dance, or performance appeal to them. Stress often stems from unmet need for recognition. Regular breaks and relaxation practices support emotional balance.
That night, the moon was in its waning gibbous phase.
Chinese year of the Snake (Water).
Fun Facts About 11th August
Name Days in Your Language: Laila, Layla, Leila, Leilani, Lela, Lelia, Nayeli
Someone born on this day in 2013 would be 12 years old today — just 4,632 days into life, which is roughly 111,185 hours, 6,671,142 minutes, or 400,268,538 seconds spent on Earth so far.
It's the 223. day of the year.
There are 142 days still to come.
We’re currently in Week 32 — the year marches on.
Famous Birthdays on 11th August
- Marvin Harrison Jr., American football player (2002)
- Moyuka Uchijima, Japanese tennis player (2001)
- Gregoria Mariska Tunjung, Indonesian badminton player (1999)
- Changbin, South Korean rapper (1999)
- Sarah Clelland, Scottish footballer (1997)
- Brad Binder, South African motorcycle racer (1995)
- Storm Sanders, Australian tennis player (1994)
- Anton Cooper, New Zealand cross-country cyclist (1994)
- Joseph Barbato, French footballer (1994)
- Song I-han, South Korean singer (1994)
Lives Remembered on 11th August
- Serge Collot, French viola player and educator (born 1923) (2015)
- Harald Nielsen, Danish footballer and manager (born 1941) (2015)
- Richard Oriani, Salvadoran-American metallurgist and engineer (born 1920) (2015)
- Vladimir Beara, Croatian footballer and manager (born 1928) (2014)
- Raymond Gravel, Canadian priest and politician (born 1952) (2014)
- Kika Szaszkiewiczowa, Polish author and blogger (born 1917) (2014)
- Robin Williams, American actor and comedian (born 1951) (2014)
- Sam Hall, American diver, legislator, and mercenary (born 1937) (2014)
- Raymond Delisle, French cyclist (born 1943) (2013)
- Zafar Futehally, Indian ornithologist and author (born 1919) (2013)
Celebrations & Special Days Worldwide on 11th August
- Christian Feast Day: Athracht
- Christian Feast Day: Clare of Assisi
- Christian Feast Day: Gaugericus
- Christian Feast Day: John Henry Newman (Church of England)
- Christian Feast Day: Philomena
- Christian Feast Day: Susanna
- Christian Feast Day: Taurinus of Évreux
- Christian Feast Day: Tiburtius and Chromatius
- Christian Feast Day: August 11 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- Flag Day (Pakistan)
- Independence Day, celebrates the independence of Chad from France in 1960.
- Mountain Day (Japan)
What Happened on 11th August?
- Luna 25 launches from the Vostochny Cosmodrome. (2023)
- At least 41 people are killed and another 179 injured after two passenger trains collide in Alexandria, Egypt. (2017)
- At least 306 people are killed and 3,000 others injured in a pair of earthquakes near Tabriz, Iran. (2012)
- The oil tanker MT Solar 1 sinks off the coast of Guimaras and Negros Islands in the Philippines, causing the country's worst oil spill. (2006)
- NATO takes over command of the peacekeeping force in Afghanistan, marking its first major operation outside Europe in its 54-year-history. (2003)
- Jemaah Islamiyah leader Riduan Isamuddin, better known as Hambali, is arrested in Bangkok, Thailand. (2003)
- An air rage incident occurs on board Southwest Airlines Flight 1763 when 19-year-old Jonathan Burton attempts to storm the cockpit, but he is subdued by other passengers and dies from his injuries. (2000)
- The Russell Hill subway accident in Toronto kills 3 and injures 30, due to a combination of human error and a safety system design flaw. (1995)
- The Mall of America in Bloomington, Minnesota opens. At the time the largest shopping mall in the United States. (1992)
- Nickelodeon's first line of "Nicktoons" (Doug, Rugrats & Ren & Stimpy) premiere on the channel. (1991)